Excitement Soars in Meghalaya: Mahendraganj Kicks Off Thrilling 2nd Edition of MLA Cup Football Tournament
The second edition of the MLA Cup kicked off with great enthusiasm on September 5 at Boldamgre Playground, featuring 31 teams from the Mahendraganj Constituency in South West Garo Hills, Meghalaya.
The tournament’s opening ceremony was graced by local dignitaries Sanjay A Sangma, MLA of Mahendraganj, and Pongseng R Marak, MLA of Bajengdoba. Their presence underscored the significance of this highly anticipated inter-locality football event.
In an electrifying start to the competition, Domapara FC and Garagre FC locked horns in a match that ended in a dramatic 1-1 draw during regulation time. The excitement peaked in the penalty shootout, where Domapara FC emerged victorious with a narrow 4-3 win.
Organized by the Rangdokram Socio-Cultural Club, the MLA Cup is more than just a football tournament. It aims to spotlight local talent and foster community spirit through the universal appeal of the beautiful game. As the tournament progresses in the coming days, the region is set to be swept up in football fever, with teams fiercely competing for supremacy on the pitch.
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